
Rationally Speaking #232 - Tyler Cowen on "Defending big business against its critics"
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Reassessing Big Business: Society's Hostility and Contributions
This chapter examines the growing animosity towards big businesses across political lines, highlighting key figures like Trump and Sanders in fostering an anti-business sentiment. It contrasts the societal views on big business and philanthropy while advocating for a recognition of the positive contributions businesses make to the economy. The discussion also addresses generational grievances related to capitalism, the complexities of the American healthcare system, and the need for a fact-based evaluation of the role of businesses in society.
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